2017

About Me

When I started noticing issues with pests in my home, I could tell that something needed to happen. I didn't want to deal with spiders and ants crawling all over my home, so I began looking for a pest control company who could help. After I met with the pest control professionals, they talked with me about the types of problems I was dealing with, and then we worked together to figure things out. After cleaning my home thoroughly and making sure to protect the perimeter of my place with pesticide, things were moving a lot a lot better. Read more about pest control on this blog.

There are many myths out there related to termites and cold weather. Unfortunately, this can cause homeowners to let their guard down when it comes to these pests during the winter months. Termites can cause a significant amount of damage quickly and can rapidly multiply, so it is important to understand how termites operate in the winter and how it can affect your home and a possible infestation. Here are three myths related to termites and cold weather and the truths surrounding these myths.
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You've spotted a mouse in the house and now you're in panic mode. If you're seeing one mouse, there's a chance you have more than just one of them living in your home, so acting quickly is important. Mice can mate fairly quickly, and you wouldn't want to deal with both adult mice and baby mice roaming all over your home because of the damage they can cause.
Eliminate Open Food Sources
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Most people view lady bugs as a benign garden presence. They are pretty, harmless to humans and pets, and they eat many garden pests. Unfortunately, the insect that is so lovely outside is a horrible pest if it makes its way indoors in great numbers. The problem is when a specific type of lady bug, the Asian lady beetle, tries to overwinter en masse inside your home. They can clog ventilation systems, and their waste can leave stains on paint and upholstery.
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When it comes to winter pests, there's one that you might not think too much about, and that's the raccoon. You might think that raccoons will only bother you if you happen to live in the mountains. However, that's not entirely true. They'll come down towards the foothills if they're looking for food and housing. In fact, it's not uncommon to find raccoon's foraging through the trash within city limits from time to time.
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Ants are creepy crawly insects that may seem completely harmless when you're outside, but bring all of those ant colonies inside your home and it's a big problem. Help prevent ants from coming into your home and taking over your house by following the tips below to get rid of the population before they attempt to make their way inside.
Remove Mulch
Mulch is a big attractant for ants, as they will make their homes there and multiply like crazy.
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